1999 BMW X5 vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1999 BMW X5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW X5 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW X5 weights approximately 1059 kg more than 1997 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 BMW X5 (439 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina. 1999 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW X5 | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | X5 | Carina |
Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 439 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |